I wonder if many, like me, are distressed by the number of homeless people in Winchester. 

Surely most folk would not choose to sleep outside in the winter?

I have long argued that part of the delayed redevelopment in the city should be allocated to housing.

It seems to me this is urgent, not a matter that can be debated over a long time. I have understood the city council is responsible for housing.

Could they not then take a more compassionate view and actually do something?

Many of us support the Beacon (nightshelter) which does great work. But it is only a temporary solution.

My suggestion is that all councillors spend a night out on the streets, maybe that would prompt action. 

Tony Gaster,
Old Kennels Lane,
Winchester

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